Hi all,
I have a really simple question:
I track in Cubase SE, at 24bit, then mix it down to a wav. I put this into T-Racks to master it, which also (I think) dithers it down to 16bit, ready for CD audio. Then, I import that wav back into cubase (as a 16 bit project) and apply BBE Sonic Maximizer. Export it again (still 16bit) and burn to CD.
I'm having nice results, but I was wondering if I'm doing any of that in the "wrong" order??? Should I maximize the mix BEFORE mastering it? I can't tell any significant difference but if there's a "right" way of doing it I'd like to know?
Cheers!
I have a really simple question:
I track in Cubase SE, at 24bit, then mix it down to a wav. I put this into T-Racks to master it, which also (I think) dithers it down to 16bit, ready for CD audio. Then, I import that wav back into cubase (as a 16 bit project) and apply BBE Sonic Maximizer. Export it again (still 16bit) and burn to CD.
I'm having nice results, but I was wondering if I'm doing any of that in the "wrong" order??? Should I maximize the mix BEFORE mastering it? I can't tell any significant difference but if there's a "right" way of doing it I'd like to know?
Cheers!